DDPM warns Bangkok, six provinces of high sea tides until May 24
SUNDAY, MAY 17, 2026
The DDPM has warned Bangkok and six Central provinces to monitor high sea tides from May 17-24, with river and canal levels expected to rise above the critical line.
Chao Phraya Express Boat cuts all fares by 1 baht from May 1
TUESDAY, APRIL 28, 2026
Chao Phraya Express Boat will reduce fares on all services by 1 baht from May 1 after diesel prices fell to 40.25 baht per litre, offering relief to river commuters after earlier fuel-driven fare hikes.
Chao Phraya Express Boat warns diesel at 35 baht a litre could force service suspensions
TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2026
Chao Phraya Express Boat operator CPX says diesel costs of around 35 baht per litre, coupled with falling passenger numbers, are squeezing operations and could lead to route cuts or service stoppages unless costs ease.
High tides warning for Bangkok and 6 central provinces from February 15-18
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2026
DDPM warns of high tides from February 15-18, impacting Bangkok and six central provinces. Residents near rivers and low-lying areas advised to prepare for potential flooding.
Bangkok unveils concept for Chao Phraya pedestrian bridge linking Song Wat to Thonburi
TUESDAY, JANUARY 13, 2026
Bangkok is studying a new pedestrian and cycling bridge over the Chao Phraya, designed by MVRDV, to link Song Wat on the Phra Nakhon side with Thonburi.
Bangkok on alert as high tides threaten 11 riverside communities this week
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 06, 2025
BMA intensifies monitoring of rising Chao Phraya levels from December 6-12, warning 11 low-lying communities outside flood barriers to brace for possible inundation and follow real-time alerts.
High tides expected for nine days, Bangkok and six provinces on alert for flooding
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 02, 2025
ONWR warns of high tides from December 4-12, with flooding expected in Bangkok and surrounding provinces due to tidal surges and water flow from upstream areas.
Royal Irrigation Department reduces Chao Phraya water flow as southern flood recedes
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2025
The Royal Irrigation Department reduces water flow from Chao Phraya River as rainfall decreases, focusing on flood management and drainage in southern provinces.